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    GOING GYPSY or How to Escape Old Age & Survive

    Dorothy Sander

    I have followied Veronica and David James of Gypsynester fame since they first flew the empty nest and ventured into the world of life on the road. I admired there chutzpah and their sense…

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    Not Doing

    Dorothy Sander

    We are, too often, miserable when we are not doing. In our increasingly fast- paced world there is little incentive to not-do. No wonder old age terrifies us! We can’t imagine “not doing”!…

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    Accepting Our Body at Every Age

    Dorothy Sander

    Accepting our body, and all of its imperfections, is no easy feat. This is especially true in a culture that reveres the young and extraordinarily tall and thin! A friend shared an article…

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    THE BENEFITS OF AGING AND THE HEALING PROCESS

    Dorothy Sander

    We speak too little of the benefits of aging. But  I’ve discovered in the second half of life, that each year we live we have an opportunity to resolve our issues and find…

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    Overcoming Writer’s Block Late Blooming Writers

    Dorothy Sander

    Overcoming writer’s block is something every writer must face. For new writers over fifty, it can be particularly challenging. We feel a sense of urgency as the years creep up on us. We…

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    A World of Abundance

    Dorothy Sander

    A world of abundance lives outside of my window this morning. I am drawn to the Carolina blue sky. My breath catches as I see the sun’s rays wash over the lush green…

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I’m Dorothy Sander – Writer, midlife survivor and quiet guide for women navigating change

I believe midlife is not a crisis, but a sacred invitation. My writing explores what it means to live with depth, authenticity, and resilience — especially when the world insists we disappear. This is a space for soulful reflections, healing, and becoming.

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  • Not Just Quotes
    Inspiration for the Ever-Evolving Woman — from Transition to Transformation.
  • Pathway to a Happier You
    Gentle reflections for navigating life transitions with courage and clarity.
  • Caring for Mom
    Midlife reflections for daughters walking the caregiving path.
  • Aging Abundantly: A Little Book of Hope
    A pocket-sized companion for anyone seeking grace and light on the journey.

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  • Jung’s 7 Tasks of Aging
    Insights from Carl Jung on the soul work of aging with depth and meaning.
  • 14 Top Movies Featuring Older Women
    Celebrating powerful, complex women on screen — stories we can see ourselves in.
  • There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Marriage
    A real talk reflection on long relationships, imperfection, and grace.
  • Adrenal Fatigue, Burn Out, Compassion Fatigue
    Naming what wears us down — and how to begin restoring what’s been lost.
  • Listen to the Silence
    A gentle call to pause, listen deeply, and hear the wisdom waiting within.
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